Open Spaces and Seamless Transitions High on List of Remodeling Trends

One of the biggest trends in home remodeling this year is to create seamless transitions between spaces, both inside and outside of the home. Homeowners are choosing to create open spaces that foster better interaction between the rooms and allows them to make better use of the space they have, often eliminating the need to expand. The most common space …

Outdoor Spaces among Popular Remodeling Trends for 2015

One of the big remodeling trends for 2015 presented at the National Association of Home Builders in Las Vegas in January was outdoor spaces. Homeowners are opting to expand their outdoor spaces more than ever. Creating an outdoor living space expands the usable square footage of your home and extends it into the outdoors. But these aren’t your run-of-the-mill concrete …

Deck Safety Month is the Perfect Time to Inspect and Repair Your Deck

May is Deck Safety Month. This designation was established by the North American Deck and Railing Association in an effort to increase public awareness of the importance of regular deck inspection and maintenance and stress the importance of proper installation of new decks. Since spring tends to be when most people begin using their decks for the season, this is …

Pocket Doors Making a Comeback

Pocket doors were popular in the Victorian era, but gradually fell out of favor due to mechanical issues and changing tastes. Now, thanks to hardware improvements and modern designs, pocket doors are seeing a resurgence in popularity, especially as people look for ways to maximize space in their homes. Pocket doors hang from rollers suspended from an overhead track. The …